A public unveiling of the bronze statue is slated for September but, in the meantime, a maquette, or model, of the statue will be placed in various spots around the village as Historic Altamont, which commissioned the statue, is hosting a naming contest for the woman.
Albany County will help school districts cover a portion of the cost during the first year.
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